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Toyota says hybrids are better than Teslas, and I say I’m better than Shakespeare

EV Central

In countries like Australia, our data suggests that hybrids can have a greater impact than full electrification in getting carbon off the road.” He went on to point out that that EVs were “powered, in many cases, by electricity generated from coal” and that they remained “impractical” for drivers.

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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

Baua Electric

Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for more tax cuts on hybrids. --> In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids. Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for … In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids.

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China’s GAC Debuts Ammonia-Powered Car Engine

The Truth About Cars

With the automotive industry now keen on propulsion systems that don’t emit a lot of carbon, we’ve seen decades of manufacturers toying with alternative fuels. What’s different about the GAC-Toyota joint is that the duo has allegedly overcome some of the issues associated with burning it. GAC said it has developed a 2.0-liter

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Hybrid used more for “tax breaks” rather than for zero emissions’: PB Balaji of Tata Motors | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

“Hybrid is being used more as a tax break rather than actually getting into zero-carbon emissions,” Balaji said during a media call after the company’s results. Apart from Maruti Suzuki, automakers including Toyota and Honda also offer hybrid vehicles.

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Why Do Japanese Automakers Like Hydrogen Power?

The Truth About Cars

However, Japanese automakers have already been working on hydrogen fuel cell vehicles for years and Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda has even been championing the development of hydrogen-burning motors for some of the brand's racing applications. That seems to be the new trend. But such a breakthrough seems a long way off.

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Toyota "Moves"

Plug In Partners

Toyota Motor Company J ust last month, there seemed to be good evidence that Toyota was looking at producing a plug- in. Now, Toyota is making it official. Toyota moves to corner the 'plug-in' market Reversing course, the Japanese automaker reveals it will make hybrid cars that can go even farther on electricity.

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Hot Tub Time Machine WayBack Wednesday – Reposted Word-for-Word from June 25 of 2008

Creative Greenius

That’s how you break news like that.” You’d think news like this would be big enough to dominate the cable news networks for at least a few days like say a kid who fell down a well. Carbon dioxide amount is already 385 ppm and rising about 2 ppm per year.”. ” “You’re right, bro, I’m sorry.

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